Canadian Serviceberry – Amelanchier Canadensis

£34.79£3,499.79

The Canadian Serviceberry, known scientifically as Amelanchier Canadensis, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Its introduction into England and the UK has added a stunning seasonal display to many landscapes and gardens.

The Canadian Serviceberry, known scientifically as Amelanchier Canadensis, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Its introduction into England and the UK has added a stunning seasonal display to many landscapes and gardens.

One of the unique features of the Canadian Serviceberry is its multi-stemmed, shrub-like growth habit, differing from many other trees found in the UK that are usually single-stemmed. It exhibits moderate growth speed and typically reaches a height of around 6-8 meters, which makes it a perfect choice for smaller gardens.

Perhaps the most attractive quality of the Canadian Serviceberry is its beautiful flowering habit. In early spring, before many other trees have started to blossom, the Serviceberry is covered in clusters of delicate, star-shaped white flowers, providing a stunning display.

After flowering, the tree produces small, edible berries that ripen to a deep purple-black in early summer. These berries are a favourite amongst many species of birds, who are drawn to the tree for this rich food source. The berries are also edible for humans and can be used in jams, pies, and other dishes, though they are more commonly harvested in their native North America than in the UK.

The leaves of the Canadian Serviceberry also offer a beautiful display throughout the year. They emerge as a coppery colour in the spring, change to a dark green in the summer, and finally transform to a vibrant orange-red in the autumn. This feature ensures that the tree provides year-round interest in a garden setting.

Due to its small size and impressive display of flowers, berries, and autumn colour, the Canadian Serviceberry is an excellent choice for British garden design. It can be used as a specimen tree or in a mixed border. It’s also a great choice for a wildlife garden, as it provides food and habitat for a variety of birds and insects.

While the Canadian Serviceberry is not densely populated in the wild across the UK, it is becoming increasingly popular in domestic gardens and public parks due to its ornamental value and wildlife benefits.

In terms of lifespan, like many other trees, the Canadian Serviceberry can live for many decades, sometimes up to 100 years, if grown in favourable conditions.

In summary, the Canadian Serviceberry is a wonderful addition to a British garden. Its beautiful display throughout the year, wildlife-friendly features, and suitability for smaller gardens differentiate it from other trees commonly found in the UK. Despite its foreign origin, it has adapted well to the British climate and continues to grow in popularity across the country.

Style

Full Standard, Boxhead, Feathered, Multi Stem, Pleached, Half Standard Pleached, Umbrella, Half Standard, Espalier, Mini Standard, Ball, Cone, Spiral, Cube, Cloud Form, Cube Spiral, Cube Multiball, Cube Ball Cone, Pom-pom, Lollipop, Archway, Twisted Stem, Triple Lollipop, Multiball 2, Multiball 3, Dome, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cylindrical Dome, Twisted Stem, Unique, Bonsai, Instant Hedge, Instant Screen, Hedging Plants, Young Tree

Root Type

Pot Grown, Rootball, Bare Root

Height

15-30cm, 30-50cm, 50-70cm, 70-90cm, 90-110cm, 110-130cm, 130-150cm, 150-170cm, 170-200cm, 200-230cm, 230-250cm, 250-270cm, 270-300cm, 300-350cm, 350-400cm, 400-450cm, 450-500cm, 500-600cm, 600-700cm, 700-800cm, 10-20cm, 20-30cm, 30-40cm, 40-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, 70-80cm, 80-90cm, 90-100cm, 100-110cm, 110-120cm, 120-130cm, 130-140cm, 140-150cm

Stem Girth

4-6cm, 6-8cm, 8-10cm, 10-12cm, 12-14cm, 14-16cm, 16-18cm, 18-20cm, 20-22cm, 22-24cm, 24-26cm, 26-28cm, 28-30cm, 30-35cm, 35-40cm, 40-45cm, 45-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, N/A, 20-25cm, 25-30cm

Foliage Type

Deciduous

Origin

Not Native

Water Requirement

Moderate Watering

Growth Height

Small Growing

Growth Speed

Moderate Growth

Costal Growing

No

Conifer?

No

Flowering?

Yes

Berries?

0

Hard Wood Cutbacks?

0

Fragrant

0

Produces Nuts

0

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STANDARD DELIVERY TYPES

Box/Parcel – Used for plants sized 0-70cm, costs £12. Order £100 worth of plants of that size to qualify for free delivery! Parcel deliveries are always sent for next day delivery unless otherwise specified.

Pallet – Used for plants sized 71-230cm, costs £60. Order £350 worth of plants to qualify for free pallet delivery! We always send our pallets for next day delivery, unless requested otherwise.

Private Van – Used for plants sized 231cm and taller, costs £60. Order £350 worth to get free private van delivery!

In all cases you can request a private van delivery, where your plants are delivered by us. Upon your request we can re-evaluate your delivery fee and let you know of the delivery time.

Please note, for pallet and box deliveries we use third party companies to deliver the goods. Not often, but occasionally some delays may happen due to unforeseen circumstances, which are out of our control. For this reason, we ask you to never book gardeners, contractors, or other industry professionals for the estimated delivery date. Please do not book days off work or cancel other commitments specifically for your plant delivery to avoid disappointment.

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Specialized Delivery

If you have any special requirements regarding your delivery, please add it to your order notes or call us on 01603 327269. Always include any delivery restrictions into your order note so appropriate vehicles and good carriers can be used to deliver your plants.

Please note that we currently are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland and The Republic of Ireland due to Brexit rules and regulations.

For more delivery information refer to our terms and conditions here.

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